NOAA Seeks Input on Coastal Project Paperwork Burdens
Published Date: 4/20/2026
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Summary
NOAA is asking for public feedback on the paperwork needed to make sure federal projects follow state coastal rules. This helps states protect their coastlines while keeping the process smooth and fair. Comments are open until June 22, 2026, and this review won’t cost extra money but aims to keep paperwork manageable for everyone involved.
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Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 3 costs, 0 mixed.
Appeals Have Very Large Time Burden
If you appeal a State CMP objection to the Secretary of Commerce, NOAA estimates each appeal will take about 210 hours to prepare. Appeals are required only when a non-Federal applicant seeks an override of a State objection to a Federal license, permit, OCS plan, or federal financial assistance.
Paperwork Requirements Continue Unchanged
NOAA is extending the current information collection under OMB Control Number 0648-0411 with no changes to the paperwork requirements. The extension covers submissions required by the Coastal Zone Management Act federal consistency rules and keeps the same submission methods and requirements as before.
Estimated Annual Burden and Low Dollar Cost
NOAA estimates 2,334 respondents with a total annual burden of 35,799 hours and an estimated total annual public cost of $37 for recordkeeping and reporting. Time-per-response estimates include 8 hours for applications and certification letters and other categories ranging from 1 hour to 210 hours.
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